Places And Travel
Riding the Sunrise Coast Pure Michigan Byway
Michigan's Sunrise Coast Scenic Byway is a 200-mile Lake Huron road trip of sunrise piers, historic lighthouses, state park beaches, and shipwreck lore.
Why Wolves Disappeared From Most National Parks
Why Wolves Disappeared From Most National Parks comes down to a century of bounties and government extermination that left barely a thousand in the lower 48.
The Best State Parks In The Pacific Northwest
Skip the national-park crowds. These Oregon and Washington state parks deliver waterfalls, high-desert climbing, and alpine lakes within a short drive.
The Longest Covered Bridges In The United States
They once numbered in the thousands. These ten survivors are the longest covered bridges in the US, from a record 613-foot Ohio span to historic classics.
8 Main Streets Where Northern California Comes Alive
Historic downtowns from the Gold Rush foothills to the Mendocino coast, where eight Northern California main streets still show what built them.
The Best National Parks In The Desert Southwest
Dark skies, otherworldly dunes, and desert wildlife define the Southwest's best national parks, from Big Bend to Death Valley and Joshua Tree.
9 Prettiest Small Towns In The Poconos
The Poconos are at their prettiest in these towns, where Victorian streets, lake views, railroad history, and wooded ridges make for perfect weekend escapes.
This Connecticut Town Instantly Transports You To The Past
Explore Essex, Connecticut, where historic inns, shipbuilding heritage, river museums, and steam trains bring early New England vividly to life.
11 Ideal South Carolina Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
From Lowcountry oyster docks to a cold, clear mountain lake, South Carolina packs a full three-day weekend into eleven small towns worth the drive.
9 Most Charming Town Squares In Utah
Explore nine charming Utah towns where historic main streets, pioneer architecture, local cafes, red-rock scenery, and cultural landmarks reward visitors.
11 Chesapeake Bay Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
Real friendliness is shown, not claimed. From Cape Charles to Annapolis, these 11 Chesapeake Bay towns prove their welcome in habits you can join.
8 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In Indiana
Explore eight fairy-tale small towns in Indiana, from riverside Madison and artsy Nashville to Amish Shipshewana and canal-era Metamora.
10 Idyllic Small Towns In California To Visit In 2026
Discover 10 charming California small towns, from Carmel-by-the-Sea and Mendocino to Ojai, Julian, Solvang, and Guerneville.
7 Best Minnesota Towns For A Weekend Trip
Discover seven Minnesota small towns perfect for weekend getaways, with scenic trails, lake adventures, historic landmarks, breweries, and more.
What Happens To National Parks During A Government Shutdown
A government shutdown can close visitor centers, halt services, and furlough staff. Here is what happens to national parks when funding runs out.
The National Parks That Were Almost Never Protected
The National Parks That Were Almost Never Protected include Grand Teton, Grand Canyon, and Zion, each held up for years by opposition before winning status.
The Highest Railway In North America
The Highest Railway In North America is the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, and at 14,115 feet it is also the highest cog railroad anywhere in the world.
The National Parks That Were Once Private Land
While America's national parks are celebrated today as vast, untamed wildernesses, many of these iconic landmarks were once privately owned.
7 Best Cities To Retire In England
Cheltenham, York, Chester, and Bath rank among the best English cities to retire, with walkable centers and a range of senior-friendly amenities.
The State Parks Best Seen At Sunrise
The State Parks Best Seen At Sunrise include Valley of Fire, Dead Horse Point, Anza-Borrego, Smith Rock, and Devil's Lake, where dawn lights the rock.
Switzerland's 11 Best Retirement Towns Ranked
Eleven towns across Switzerland ranked for retirement, weighed on hospital access, flat walking paths, cantonal taxes, and climate.
7 Most Peaceful Small Towns In Victoria
These 7 towns, spread across four distinct regions, and connected by stretches of open countryside make Victoria an ideal destination for a peaceful getaway.
US National Parks Home to Animals Found Nowhere Else
These are the tightest ranges in the entire park system, and the parks protecting them are, quite literally, the last address these animals have.
US Towns That Inspired Famous Novels
Discover the real US towns behind classic American novels, from Twain's Hannibal to Hemingway's Key West, and the landmarks that inspired the stories.
The Trees That Can Live For Thousands Of Years
The oldest known individual non-clonal trees on Earth have survived more than 4,800 years of changing climates and civilizations.
9 Pacific Coast Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
Where locals greet you like a neighbor before the day is out: nine friendly Pacific Coast small towns worth a slow stop for the coast and the company.
10 Best Towns In British Columbia For A Two-Day Recharge
10 Best Towns In British Columbia For A Two-Day Recharge run from Coast Mountain hot springs to the south Okanagan desert, and none need vacation days.
8 Best Towns In Washington For A Two-Day Recharge
Escape to eight relaxing Washington towns filled with waterfront stays, mountain scenery, local dining, and peaceful weekend adventures.
The Most Charming River Towns In Wisconsin
A Swedish settlement on the Mississippi, a Frank Lloyd Wright estate, and Wisconsin's only free ferry. Six river towns worth a slow visit.
12 Main Streets Where The United States Comes Alive
Twelve American towns where downtown still works on foot, from Park City's ski-lift Main Street to Annapolis blocks that run straight to the water.
10 Best Places To Retire In California's Sierra Nevada
Find affordable California Sierra Nevada towns for retirement with walkable downtowns, Gold Rush history, and easy outdoor recreation.
The National Parks Where Bison Injure The Most Visitors
Bison injure more Yellowstone visitors than any other animal. What NPS records show about Yellowstone, Theodore Roosevelt, and Badlands.
12 Nicest Small Towns In Ohio
From the lakeside charm of Sandusky to the state park adventures in Logan, discover some of the nicest small towns in Ohio.
The Most Picturesque Towns In Mississippi
From the columns of Windsor to Natchez bluffs and Corinth's rail crossroads, these 8 Mississippi towns reward anyone willing to slow down and look.
8 Best Towns In Tennessee To Retire Comfortably
Discover the many benefits of moving to one of these Tennessee towns, perfect for a comfortable and meaningful retirement.
8 Most Walkable Town Centers In Arkansas
Explore eight of the most walkable town centers in Arkansas, from the springs of Eureka Springs to the folk-music square of Mountain View.
This Florida Town Instantly Transports You To The Past
Walk the streets of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the US. Spanish forts, a Gilded Age palace, and other Florida towns where the past still stands.
The Counties With The Most Coastline
The Counties With The Most Coastline On One Ocean, from Maryland's Chesapeake shores to Suffolk County, Cape Cod, and Washington's San Juan Islands.
The National Forests With The Most Bear Attacks
Bear attacks are rare, but some national forests see them most. Here are the grizzly and black bear maulings on record, and the habits that keep you safe.
The Most Remote Counties In The American West
The most remote counties in the American West often feature vast stretches of wilderness with relatively small percentages of populated areas.